“God is not unjust; he will
not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his
people and continue to help them.” – Hebrews 6:10 (NIV)
Jason was just eight when his
grandfather came to live with his family. Despite the fact that he was crippled
from a spinal disease, his grandfather was still mentally present.
“We hung out together after
school. He taught me how to shuffle cards, grow a garden, and helped me with my
homework.”
But three years later, his
grandfather needed more care than Jason’s family could provide so they moved
him to a nursing home.
Jason visited as often as he
could and would bring treats and other small gifts. When he noticed his
grandfather’s roommate never had visitors, he asked his mom about it.
“Well, not everyone has family
or sometimes they have family who lives far away and can’t visit very often.”
She explained. “But if you want, you can ask to adopt him as your grandpa,
too.”
Adopting an elderly nursing
home resident or a senior in your community is a great way to show the love of
Jesus. You can minister by driving an elderly person to the grocery store or
doctor’s office. You can help out by cutting their lawn or cleaning their
gutters.
God, put a senior in my path who needs friend. Let me
shower this person with kindness. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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